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Off-The-Shelf Technologies That Assist People with Dementia

June 18, 2023 6 Comments

There are myriad technologies that can be helpful in making life easier for people with dementia. Learn more.

Going Out with Alzheimer’s

June 2, 2023 2 Comments

People with mild Alzheimer’s often enjoy places they enjoyed in the past – a favorite restaurant, parade, park, shopping mall, swimming pool, museum, or theater. It is good to keep going and it is smart to plan ahead. Learn how.

Who’s That Singing? Why, It’s Margaret!

May 16, 2023 No Comments

When Jamie Lee Morley first heard singing from care-resident Margaret Mackie (she has dementia), he automatically assumed the beautiful voice was from a nearby radio. Nobody at Northcare Suites Care Home could have imagined what would happen next.

Healing Gardens for Dementia

May 12, 2023 No Comments

A new study reveals the power of gardens in helping staff provide good care for dementia. See how gardens offer benefits that are low-cost, drug-free and refreshing to both patient and carer.

Alzheimer’s, Art & Medical Students

May 5, 2023 1 Comment

Medical students often learn the technical facts of Alzheimer’s without learning about the people. Find out how a new program helps medical students better understand people with dementia — at the art museum.

The “B-Sharp Program” Treats Alzheimer’s with Music

April 18, 2023 No Comments

There’s fresh hope for people with Alzheimer’s in a new music program. It’s called, “B-Sharp”. See why.

Sport Memories Engage, Socialize & Raise Awareness

April 6, 2023 No Comments

See how Sporting Memories Network promotes the well-being of people living with dementia with projects that tap into their prior passion for sports.

Teaching Alzheimer’s to New Doctors

February 23, 2023 3 Comments

See how a pioneer ‘buddy’ program at Northwestern University pairs medical students with Alzheimer’s patients. Watch now.

How Glen Campbell Did 151 Shows Despite Alzheimer’s

November 17, 2022 No Comments

Dancing with Alzheimer’s Like Nobody’s Watchin’

November 6, 2022 No Comments

VIDEO: See why this wonderful Alzheimer’s activities program, “Creative Aging: Dance Like Nobody’s Watching” has been a smash success for people with Alzheimer’s, as well

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2 Million Marijuana Smokers Up Stroke 17%

March 31, 2025

MARIJUANA VIDEO – Dr. Gregger:

Vascular dementia often results from strokes. In a huge study of 2 million pot smokers, hospitalization from ischemic stroke increased 17%. See more about this vascular-dementia-marijuana connection.

Enter Your 2025 Maude’s Award Application for Alzheimer’s Care Innovations

March 30, 2025

MAUDE’S AWARDS RECOGNIZE AND REWARD INNOVATIVE CARE
FOR PERSONS LIVING WITH ALZHEIMER’S DISEASE. AWARD APPLICATIONS OPEN NOW!

Thought of the Week: Great Success

March 30, 2025

Most Popular Stories

85 with Dementia? Good Chance It’s HS-AGING, Not Alzheimer’s

Three important dementia studies focus on HS-AGING, a type of dementia almost as common as Alzheimer’s in the 85+ group. Yet few people have heard of it. Why? What makes it different?

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A Grandchild for One Day Keeps Dementia Away

An intriguing study of 120 grandmothers might surprise you. Doctors know socially engaged people have better cognition and less dementia. But can a person get too much of a good thing? What’s the right balance?

“I’ve Got You Under My Skin,” By Dad with Dementia & Son

Enjoy this great duet between a musician with dementia and his son. A triumph of spirit over Alzheimer’s! Sing-a-long if you like!

Is Alzheimer’s Catchy?

It looks like a sneeze cannot give anyone Alzheimer’s. While Alzheimer’s abnormal disease proteins do spread from cell-to-cell, they are not “infectious”. Check out the facts.